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Paralympian Jonnie, 24, explained to the presenting duo: “This is the first time they have got a disabled person on the main show. Hopefully, we can change some of the stigma. If I don’t dance so well, I can’t blame it on the leg.”

The athlete said he wanted to "push" himself and see how far he could get in the competition.

Meanwhile, former X Factor winner Alexandra, 28, admitted that tough judge Craig Revel Horwood would be "brutal" in his critique of her dancing.

The excitement is overwhelming. I can’t stop smiling. It’s been the hardest secret I have ever had to keep!

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She is currently starring in a stage production of Sister Act led by Craig and confessed that he was just as stern in his assessment of her and will be no different on Strictly Come Dancing.

She also added: “I am so excited to be joining this year’s Strictly cast! I love this show and have followed it from the beginning, so being able to be a part of it is just a dream come true for me - I still can’t believe it! I am very nervous as I am a singer not a dancer, but I am going to give this my absolute everything and try my best to make everyone proud.”

The news is part of Strictly Come Dancing’s mega Monday, which saw a total of five stars unveiled.

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